Advanced Engineering UK 2026

Advanced Engineering UK is the UK's leading annual engineering and manufacturing exhibition, held over two days at the NEC Birmingham. It brings together 9,000+ engineering professionals, 400+ leading suppliers and 200+ industry-leading speakers across aerospace, automotive, space, rail, maritime, energy and electronics. Six themed zones cover advanced manufacturing and industrial machinery, R&D and design engineering, clean energy and net zero, AI digitalisation and automation, people and skills, and government/regional hubs and supply chain. Free entry with 400+ exhibitors, 6 CPD forums, live demos and networking lounges. Co-located shows accessible with one badge include UK Metals Expo and a lab community event. Show opening times 2026: Wednesday 4 November and Thursday 5 November, Halls 3 & 3a, NEC Birmingham.